There are lots of exciting things happening in Disney World in October.

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party has been going on since August, but the Halloween energy around the parks during the day really ramps up during October. But there’s a completely different reason we’re so nervous about October 16th in EPCOT.

We’re so excited for the official opening of Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana on October 16th. We saw Cast Member previews happen in August and Annual Passholder/DVC previews just started in September. And the results of that are exactly why we’re so nervous.

For lack of better words, Annual Passholder and DVC previews were CHAOTIC on September 24th when they began. Disney started with a standby line but by 10AM switched to a Virtual Queue system when the line got too long. Guests also waited in an extremely long line to join the virtual queue (which was not necessary, you could join from your phone anywhere in the park).

However, the NEXT DAY, September 25th, no virtual queue was being used — the attraction was back to a standby queue. So…what in the world does that mean for the actual opening day?

Don’t worry — no matter what happens, we can help you prepare. We suggest checking with Cast Members as soon as you enter the park and politely asking them if Disney is using a standby or virtual queue. If it’s a standby queue, BOOK IT to that line! We suggest entering the park as early as you can regardless of which line is being used.

If it switches to a Virtual Queue, pull out your phone and book a slot for you and your party. The sooner the better, because there’s no telling if the virtual queue will fill up. We’ll be in the park on the day and will be bringing you all the latest updates, so be sure to stay tuned to DFB!

Here’s how Journey of Water compares to other Disney World attractions!

Which are you hoping for on October 16th? Tell us in the comments!

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